NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV Safety Ratings
The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV scores 82 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A genuinely impressive crash-test performance sets the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV apart, contributing to its NHTSA Safety Index of 82/100, placing it in the Strong band. This marks a meaningful four-point climb from the 2023 model's 78/100 Average rating. However, four active recall campaigns temper the overall picture.
The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV received a 5-out-of-5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 82/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV ranks 74 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 82 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 12.7% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 74 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV achieved a perfect 5-star rating in NHTSA's side crash test, contributing to its overall 5-star crash-test rating. This strong performance in crash protection, reflected in a subscore of 61 out of 70, anchors the vehicle's NHTSA Safety Index score of 82 out of 100. This score represents a four-point increase from 2023, positioning the 2024 model in the Strong safety band. Despite this improvement, the vehicle's avoidance-tech subscore of 5 out of 10 indicates areas for development, even with standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect record registers a respectable 16 out of 20, though it is impacted by four active recall campaigns. Two of these campaigns address a shared ball-joint concern, while another targets the traction battery. A specific recall for the park pawl affects multiple Lightning model years, suggesting a broader powertrain issue beyond the 2024 model. No consumer complaints have been filed for the 2024 F-150 Lightning BEV, a noteworthy point given the number of open recall campaigns for this model.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2024 F-150 Lightning BEV earned a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA, anchored by its exceptional performance in side-impact tests, where it achieved a perfect 5 stars. Frontal crash protection and rollover prevention each scored 4 out of 5 stars. The vehicle's rollover risk is assessed at 13 percent, with the dynamic tip test indicating a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19132
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV have any recalls?
Yes, four recall campaigns cover this model year. Two separate actions target the front upper control arm ball joint nut, which may not have been properly torqued, raising a steering-control concern. A third campaign addresses a manufacturing defect in the high-voltage traction battery. A fourth covers the powertrain park pawl across multiple Lightning model years. Shoppers should verify remedy completion by VIN before purchase.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL25V863000
Risk: A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026.
Reported 2025-12-12
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT25V341000
Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper control arm ball joint nut, and replace the nut and/or knuckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S76. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V949.
Reported 2025-05-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V131000
Risk: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high voltage battery array as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Reported 2025-02-28
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT24V949000
Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper control arm ball joint nut, and replace the nut and/or knuckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S76.
Reported 2024-12-19
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2024 F-150 Lightning BEV. There are no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in the complaint database. No top components have been flagged. Because this figure reflects only what consumers have voluntarily submitted, the absence of complaints should be read as a data point, not a guarantee.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
Any used-market shopper considering this 2-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before finalizing a purchase. All four recall campaigns, particularly the ball-joint and traction-battery actions, should be confirmed as remedied. An unrepaired open recall transfers with the vehicle to the new owner.
- The 2024 model's Safety Index of 82/100 is four points higher than the 2023 model's 78/100, marking the vehicle's first entry into the Strong band.
- Two distinct recall campaigns both cite improperly torqued front upper control arm ball joint nuts, one covering 2024-2025 vehicles and one covering 2023-2024 vehicles, meaning 2024 model year owners fall under both actions.
- A separate 2024-model-year recall targets a manufacturing defect in the high-voltage traction battery, a powertrain-specific concern unique to battery electric vehicles in this lineup.
- NHTSA recorded zero consumer complaints for this model year, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths submitted to the federal database.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV places
The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV safety questions
Was the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 12.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other F-150 Lightning BEV years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19132), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-150 Lightning BEV 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 74 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.